Janesville Police searching for man, minivan after approaching young girl

JANESVILLE—The Janesville Police Department is searching for a man and his vehicle after he reportedly approached a 13-year-old girl.

Around noon Sunday, the girl was walking behind Ace Hardware, 2720 E. Milwaukee St., when a man stopped his vehicle and asked if the girl wanted to get in, according to a Janesville Police Department alert.

The girl walked away and was not injured.

The man is described as white, about 60 years old, and has grey hair. He was wearing a black or brown baseball cap, a blue shirt, and a white shirt underneath.

The van is tan and has dark windows. The van could be a Chevrolet Venture minivan.

If you have any information about this incident, please call Rock County Communications at 608-757-2244 or Crimestoppers at 608-756-3636.